1
as in hints
a very small amount
a glimmer of hope that there will be snow on Christmas
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2
as in flickers
an almost imperceptible sign of something
most of the students showed not even a glimmer of interest in what I had to say
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as in gleams
to shoot forth bursts of light
the waters of the rippling brook glimmered in the sun
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Recent Examples of glimmers
Dewayne Bevil, The Orlando Sentinel, 15 Jan. 2026
There’s still a long way to go to restore his status as a promising prospect, but there have been glimmers of hope the last couple weeks.
—Vincent Z. Mercogliano, New York Times, 14 Jan. 2026
From there, the glimmers of a more peaceful existence — one fueled by expression, not recklessness — give Lidia hope.
—Robert Abele, Los Angeles Times, 9 Jan. 2026
This year, there were glimmers of affordability, with some states like Florida, Texas, and California seeing average home prices decline in 2025 from their peaks.
—Samantha Delouya, CNN Money, 26 Dec. 2025
Long-range weather models for the last two weeks of the year are sparking glimmers of hope in forecasters like Bryan Allegretto.
—Camila Pedrosa, Sacbee.com, 12 Dec. 2025
By contrast, in some parts of the South and West, where home construction has picked up in some markets, there are glimmers of hope, Gailey said, pointing to stronger tax incentives and looser permitting requirements as policies that could boost construction.
—Megan Cerullo, CBS News, 8 Dec. 2025
Though at least in the Arab world—thanks to the Abraham Accords—there are glimmers of hope.
—Lee Habeeb, MSNBC Newsweek, 3 Dec. 2025
How to Use Glimmers to Cope with Stress Sprinkle a few glimmers into your day for overall mind-body well-being, and select one to help change your emotional state when negatively triggered.
—Danielle Winston, Flow Space, 24 Nov. 2025
Leila Latif, IndieWire, 31 Aug. 2025
Where a cistern once hid beneath the floor to collect rainwater, an outdoor pool now glimmers.
—Carley Rojas Ávila, Forbes.com, 15 Aug. 2025
Noun
In non-theme park play, the game revolves around Illumineers, glimmers, inklands, a lorebook and other buzzwords and actions that are important to players.
—Dewayne Bevil, The Orlando Sentinel, 15 Jan. 2026
There’s still a long way to go to restore his status as a promising prospect, but there have been glimmers of hope the last couple weeks.
—Vincent Z. Mercogliano, New York Times, 14 Jan. 2026
From there, the glimmers of a more peaceful existence — one fueled by expression, not recklessness — give Lidia hope.
—Robert Abele, Los Angeles Times, 9 Jan. 2026
This year, there were glimmers of affordability, with some states like Florida, Texas, and California seeing average home prices decline in 2025 from their peaks.
—Samantha Delouya, CNN Money, 26 Dec. 2025
Long-range weather models for the last two weeks of the year are sparking glimmers of hope in forecasters like Bryan Allegretto.
—Camila Pedrosa, Sacbee.com, 12 Dec. 2025
By contrast, in some parts of the South and West, where home construction has picked up in some markets, there are glimmers of hope, Gailey said, pointing to stronger tax incentives and looser permitting requirements as policies that could boost construction.
—Megan Cerullo, CBS News, 8 Dec. 2025
Though at least in the Arab world—thanks to the Abraham Accords—there are glimmers of hope.
—Lee Habeeb, MSNBC Newsweek, 3 Dec. 2025
How to Use Glimmers to Cope with Stress Sprinkle a few glimmers into your day for overall mind-body well-being, and select one to help change your emotional state when negatively triggered.
—Danielle Winston, Flow Space, 24 Nov. 2025
Verb
The result is a film that glimmers with moments of wit and melancholy but never settles into coherence.
—Leila Latif, IndieWire, 31 Aug. 2025
Where a cistern once hid beneath the floor to collect rainwater, an outdoor pool now glimmers.
—Carley Rojas Ávila, Forbes.com, 15 Aug. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for glimmers
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People crafted narratives out of suspicions, rumors and hints, to fill a desperate need for an explanation.—
M. Gessen,
Mercury News,
27 Jan. 2026
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There are also a couple of hints that the fate of Europe’s Jews is part of the prevailing atmosphere of unmentionable moral contagion.—
Christopher Tayler,
Harpers Magazine,
27 Jan. 2026
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The penalty kill has remained strong, and while the power play has shown flickers of improvement, Colorado has scored just one more goal than its allowed (3-2) while playing with the extra man in this stretch.—
Corey Masisak,
Denver Post,
18 Jan. 2026
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My favorite albums reckoned deliberately with our existential moment, offering flickers of hope and grace under pressure.—
Jenn Pelly,
Time,
4 Dec. 2025
Verb
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Like Beckham’s dress, the 100-percent silk dress softly gleams in the light.—
Izzy Baskette,
PEOPLE,
12 Dec. 2025
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Despite a couple of funky skips, the album is fueled by the hunger of an artist who really wants the pop life again, perking up electro-scuzz and arena rock with new wave that gleams like glitter.—
Pitchfork,
Pitchfork,
4 Dec. 2025
Noun
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My grandmother’s version typically called just for the addition of generous sprinklings of Lawry’s garlic salt and black pepper—and that’s it.—
Kaitlyn Yarborough,
Southern Living,
5 Dec. 2025
Noun
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Other much-appreciated touches include breakfast available 24 hours a day, complimentary Berluti shoe shine for all guests, and the possibility of arranging in-room Bulgari jewellery viewings and sales when visiting the in-house boutique feels like a chore.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
26 Jan. 2026
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Asian touches throughout, including a stream of flowing water greeting guests in the lobby, help create an initial Zen atmosphere.—
Forbes Travel Guide,
Forbes.com,
26 Jan. 2026
Verb
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Soft breezes ripple through the sea grapes, and sunlight glints off the aquamarine shallows that surround Bahia Honda State Park.—
Carrie Honaker,
Travel + Leisure,
7 Dec. 2025
Noun
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Add the carrot sauce and a couple splashes of pasta water, and toss to combine.—
Hailee Catalano,
Bon Appetit Magazine,
23 Jan. 2026
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Adding this 22-inch wreath to your door will provide a bright spot to welcome you home, thanks to its beautiful splashes of reds, pinks, and purples.—
Brittany VanDerBill,
Better Homes & Gardens,
22 Jan. 2026
Verb
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The mysterious crime family flashes across the screen with John Noble and Luke Kirby portraying certain members.—
Dessi Gomez,
Deadline,
20 Jan. 2026
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Sir Idris Elba flashes his charming smile while visiting the Graham Norton Show, at BBC Studioworks in London.—
Katie Hill,
PEOPLE,
20 Jan. 2026
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“Glimmers.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/glimmers. Accessed 30 Jan. 2026.
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